Hello and thanks for your post

The CA125 is a protein found in blood. When the level is raised, this indicates that there is some sort of inflammation in the pelvic area. But it cannot tell the doctor exactly what is causing the inflammation. So it is not specific for ovarian cancer. Other conditions can cause this level to rise such as ovarian cysts, and fibroids. 

The symptoms of ovarian cancer are also similar to other non-cancerous conditions. This is why doctors will not rely on the CA125 test alone to help diagnose someone. An ultrasound looks at the pelvic area in more detail and is usually very good at identifying any problems with the ovaries

You can read more about the CA 125 test by clicking here.

Your doctor will advise you if anything else needs to be done. It may also help you to know that the majority of women who are diagnosed with ovarian cancer are post menopausal.

I'm not sure if anyone else will post with similar readings, but even if they do it might not shed much light on your own situation.

Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

Best wishes,

Celene

Hello and thanks for your post

The CA125 is a protein found in blood. When the level is raised, this indicates that there is some sort of inflammation in the pelvic area. But it cannot tell the doctor exactly what is causing the inflammation. So it is not specific for ovarian cancer. Other conditions can cause this level to rise such as ovarian cysts, and fibroids. 

The symptoms of ovarian cancer are also similar to other non-cancerous conditions. This is why doctors will not rely on the CA125 test alone to help diagnose someone. An ultrasound looks at the pelvic area in more detail and is usually very good at identifying any problems with the ovaries

You can read more about the CA 125 test by clicking here.

Your doctor will advise you if anything else needs to be done. It may also help you to know that the majority of women who are diagnosed with ovarian cancer are post menopausal.

I'm not sure if anyone else will post with similar readings, but even if they do it might not shed much light on your own situation.

Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

Best wishes,

Celene